JCB LIVE Ricki Stevenson's Black Paris Tours

Ricki Stevenson is a cultural trailblazer and the founder of Black Paris Tours, an experience that unveils the rich, often overlooked history of the African diaspora in the City of Light. A former journalist with an insatiable passion for storytelling, Ricki turned her love for Paris into an immersive journey that celebrates the contributions of Black artists, intellectuals, and revolutionaries who shaped the city’s soul.

From the footsteps of Josephine Baker to the literary haunts of James Baldwin and Richard Wright, her tours bring history to life, connecting travelers with the vibrant legacy of Black culture in France. With warmth, wisdom, and a flair for the extraordinary, Ricki creates an unforgettable, eye-opening adventure that changes the way people see Paris—and the world.

More than a guide, she is a historian, storyteller, and cultural ambassador, revealing a Paris that is bold, beautiful, and profoundly Black.